Ranjani - Man, Satara
Ranjani is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Ranjani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranjani is 563404. The village covers a total geographical area of 987.57 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ranjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ranjani
As per Census 2011, Ranjani village has a total population of 1,662 people, consisting of 823 males and 839 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 856 literate and 806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ranjani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,662 | 823 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 102 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 502 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 321 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Ranjani
Ranjani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Warkute Mhaswad | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Palashi | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Bhalavadi | North | 4.15 km |
| Khadaki | East | 5.33 km |
| Mardi | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Waki | South | 6.28 km |
| Injabav | North-East | 6.63 km |
| Jashi | West | 6.81 km |
| Mankarnawadi | South-West | 7.12 km |
| Sambhukhed | North-East | 8.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranjani
Ranjani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Ranjani is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ranjani is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ranjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranjani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ranjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ranjani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ranjani
Where is Ranjani located?
Ranjani village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ranjani?
Ranjani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ranjani?
The pincode of Ranjani is 415508.
What is the population of Ranjani?
Ranjani has a total population of 1,662, including 823 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Ranjani?
There are 300 households in Ranjani.
What is the literacy rate in Ranjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranjani is 51.50%. Male literacy is 61.00% and female literacy is 42.19%.